President John Dramani Mahama has nominated seven Justices of the Court of Appeal to be considered for appointment to the Supreme Court, in accordance with Article 144(2) of the Constitution of Ghana 1992. The nominees include Justice Sir Dennis Dominic Adjei, Justice Gbiel Simon Suurbaareh, Justice Senvo Dzamefe, Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackaah-Boafo, Justice Philip Bright Mensah, Justice Janapare Bartels-Kodwo, and Justice Hafisata Amaleboba.
Their Curricula Vitae have been attached to the nomination letter, which was sent to the Judicial Council for consideration. The Secretary to the President, Nana Bediatuo Asante (acting), has requested the Council to expedite action on their consideration.
The nomination is part of the process of appointing new Justices to the Supreme Court, and the Judicial Council will review the nominees’ qualifications and experience before making a recommendation to the President.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
